The rookie actor Lee Chae Min is reportedly in talks to star in the new K-drama based on the webtoon “The Tyrant’s Chef,” replacing Park Sung Hoon and acting alongside YoonA. Check out the details about the actor’s casting buzz here!
Lee Chae Min In Talks to Headline New K-Drama “The Tyrant’s Chef” Alongside YoonA
Rookie actor Lee Chae Min, known for his role in “Hierarchy,” is reportedly in discussions for a leading role in the new fantasy romance K-drama, “The Tyrant’s Chef.”
In response to this exciting casting news, GOLD MEDALIST, the actor’s agency, stated,
“Lee Chae Min received an offer for “The Tryant’s Chef” and is positively reviewing the offer.”
GOLD MEDALIST
“The Tyrant’s Chef”
The new Korean drama “The Tyrant’s Chef” is a fantasy romance series. The story follows a female chef, Yeon Ji Young, who has exceptional French cuisine skills and lives in France. One day, she must return to Korea due to her father’s health condition.
Moreover, she experiences time travel, where she travels back to the Joseon era, 500 years ago, and meets the King of Joseon, a master in gourmet cuisine and the most notorious tyrant of that time. After the King approves of her cooking, she takes on the role of chef in the royal kitchen.
The upcoming drama is a live adaptation of a popular webtoon of the same name. Director Jang Tae Yoo, renowned for his work in romantic comedies, will direct the series. His successful romantic comedy hits include “Knight Flower,” “Lovers of the Red Sky,” and “My Love from the Star.”
In addition, “The Tyrant’s Chef” will reportedly premiere on tvN this year, with 12 episodes.
Lee Chae Min and YoonA’s Potential First Collaboration
Earlier, YoonA, famous for her recent role in “King the Land,” was courted to take the female lead role in the upcoming fantasy series. If Lee Chae Min accepts the offer, the upcoming drama will mark his first collaboration with YoonA, an actress who is ten years older than he is.
Lee Chae Won received his first leading role in the thriller romance drama “Hierarchy” (2024). Following the series, he received his second leading role in the upcoming 2025 drama release, “Crushology 101,” also known as “Bunny and Her Boys.”
Consequently, this new role could be his third leading role since his acting debut in “High Class” (2021), which shows his continued growth. Additionally, the upcoming drama could also be his second historical drama after “Alchemy of Souls Season 2.”
Moreover, besides “Crushlogy 101,” his other highly anticipated new project is “Cashero.” He will work alongside Lee Junho, Kim Hye Jun, Kim Hyang Gi, and Kim Byung Chul in this superhero fantasy series.
Furthermore, some popular actors who will join “The Tyrant’s Chef” are Kang Ha Na, Seo Yi Sook, and Oh Eui Shik.
Lee Chae Min’s Replacement of Park Sung Hoon Sparks Debate
Previously, actor Park Sung Hoon, known for his roles in popular K-dramas such as “The Glory,” “Queen of Tears,” and “Squid Game,” was in talks for the male lead position. Unfortunately, he has reportedly stepped down from the project due to a recent Instagram controversy.
This casting news has created a stir among Kdrama fans who are anticipating the drama lead cast announcement. Here are the opinions of Kdrama fans about the cast replacement:
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i watched all episode. no chemistry? not matching? you are TOTALLY WRONG. this role is totally for LCM..he doesn't look too young in Majesty appearance, and yes perfectly match Yoona since she don't have to put on heavy make up and various kind of fashion in this drama.